Goa Gajah Elephant Cave
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January 20, 2020
One of the stops we made on our first day in Bali was the Goa Gajah Elephant Cave. I heard elephant and I knew I wanted to go (RTR). Plus, it’s right in Ubud, so it was super close and easy. At first, it seemed a little boring, but once you keep walking, you see that it’s much larger and more beautiful than what you see at first glance. It’s called the Elephant Cave, but we only saw one cave there. The real beauty is once you go past that cave.
We did go in the cave first and it was really cool. There were offerings inside and although it was really small, something about it still felt sacred. I often times get anxiety in small spaces, but I didn’t here. Something about it made me feel safe. The cave is the one inside the mouth you see in the photos.
The next stop was a little platform with a covering in the center of a pond. It was very peaceful and just calling me to meditate there! It was so calm and serene. If I had more time there, I would have totally relaxed in this spot for a while. As cheesy as it sounds, I totally felt my own little Eat, Pray, Love moment!
Finally, after walking past a few vendors (who were actually really cool and not annoying at all – for once), there’s this amazingly beautiful enchanted forest area. There’s greenery, flowers, a little pond, a waterfall, and birds chirping and enjoying their life everywhere. There’s even a little area that looks like natural stairs up a hill. See the photos below to see what I mean!
They did tell us to put on sarongs before we entered since it is a holy place, but it turns out I didn’t even need one because I had on pants. So I took it off halfway. The outfit looks much better without it, if I do say so myself – ha! Anyway, it was definitely a great stop and since it’s right in Ubud, I’d definitely recommend checking out the Goa Gajah Elephant Cave when you’re in Bali!
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Photos by Ryan Carpenter.
June 28, 2019 @ 7:39 am
This is amazing girl! I can’t wait to start traveling more!
June 30, 2019 @ 4:36 pm
It was!! SO pretty!!
July 9, 2019 @ 9:42 am
This is so beautiful! I am adding this to my travel bucket list.
July 10, 2019 @ 11:41 am
Isn’t it?! So breathtaking!
July 10, 2019 @ 4:13 am
This is such a beautiful location!! Definitely have to add it to my travel list as well, love the pants!
Kileen
cute & little
July 10, 2019 @ 11:38 am
Thanks, Kileen!
July 10, 2019 @ 10:36 am
Oh WOW, all of these traveling vibes! I will have to add this to my bucket list!
July 10, 2019 @ 11:38 am
Yes!! Do it! I was blown away!
July 10, 2019 @ 10:38 am
This really looks like a stunning place – as does everywhere else you’ve shared! I want to visit places like this so badly!
July 10, 2019 @ 11:37 am
Ohhh girl, I so hope you get to!!! Such beautiful and special experiences!
July 10, 2019 @ 10:39 am
Girl you are soo friggin beautiful! I love all of these pictures! I signed up for your email list and really enjoy all of your posts!
July 10, 2019 @ 11:36 am
Omg!!! You’re just the sweetest! You totally made my day!! Thank you, girl!
July 10, 2019 @ 11:26 am
How amazing is this? Total bucket list item!
July 10, 2019 @ 11:35 am
It was so beautiful!!
July 10, 2019 @ 11:53 am
I’ve never heard of this place but it’s so beautiful!!
July 11, 2019 @ 9:08 am
It really was! Unbelievably peaceful!
July 10, 2019 @ 8:54 pm
Stunning pictures! I would love to visit Goa Gajah sometime. A friend of mine is going to Bali for her honeymoon, I bet that it’s relaxing and romantic.
Candace Hampton
July 11, 2019 @ 9:08 am
Omg yes! It is! It’s so peaceful and zen. I think it’s the perfect place for a honeymoon!
July 11, 2019 @ 7:45 am
What a beautiful and peaceful place to spend time! And I love those pants! They look so comfy and cute!!
July 11, 2019 @ 9:07 am
It was so tranquil! I loved it! And thank youuu 🙂 they are SUPER comfy!
July 14, 2019 @ 10:32 pm
My goodness! I just can’t get over how gorgeous this place is and it would be interesting to visit to see all that! Your outfit looks beautiful for this type of scenery and love your pants! ❤️
July 17, 2019 @ 11:03 am
Thanks, Helena! These pants are the besttt. Goa Gajah was just incredible. You would love it!
July 15, 2019 @ 1:24 pm
WOW! It is so beautiful and green there! You inspire me to travel more often!
July 17, 2019 @ 11:04 am
Ahhh I love hearing that! I think everyone should travel as much as they possibly can! It was stunning here. I loved it!